Established 2016
THE STORY OF
Growing Up GUIDE PUP
Bridging the gap between the service dog world and everyday life for over fifteen years.
WATCH OUR STORY
We provide a brand of education to effectively, empathetically, and compassionately bridge the gap between the service dog world and the average person walking down the street.
As the demand for service dogs grows, we aid this challenge by providing a higher level of understanding about service dog law, etiquette, and puppy raising.
Our Mission
"Our mission is to connect service dog people so they can live more independent and fulfilling lives, with world class tools, stories, and advocacy."
Our Vision
"A world where every person understands what service dogs are, how they help, and how to respect the teams who rely on them."
FOUNDING LEADERSHIP
MEET THE TEAM
Matthew T. Chapman
Matthew has spent over a decade raising and documenting service dogs. His passion for storytelling drives every aspect of GUGP — from producing 17 hours of mastered webisodes to delivering nationwide talks.
Amie Chapman
Amie brings professional veterinary expertise as a Licensed RVT. She has been featured in over 150 webisodes and helps oversee the tactical execution of all five GUGP educational programs.
Carolyn Wing Greenlee
Alice Munley
Nidhi Khurana Nalawade
OUR HISTORIC MILESTONES
International Network
Service Dog Network launches, creating a dedicated hub for users and volunteers.
100th Award
Won our 100th film festival award. Screened in 60+ countries worldwide.
Decade Milestone
50+ dogs raised, 10,000+ people educated, 150+ webisodes produced.
First Puppy Litter
Growing Up Guide Pup welcomed its first puppy litter, marking the start of the Litter Project.
Mixer Launch
The first Service Dog Mixer events created to build user community and support.
Etiquette PSA
Nationwide release of our first major PSA campaign regarding public service dog laws.
Nonprofit Integration
Formalized nonprofit status with a primary focus on national education programs.
Veterinary Expansion
Launched education specifically for vet clinics to improve service dog patient care.
Initial Mission
Growing Up Guide Pup launches as a Web Series project.
JOIN THE MISSION TODAY
Discover how you can support our programs and help us create a world where service dog teams are understood and respected.